The 2025 Formula 1 season continues this weekend with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which will take place at the Baku City Circuit on Sunday.
Heading into the 17th race of the season, McLaren are at the top of the game, and the leaderboard. While Oscar Piastri leads the drivers' standings with 324 points with teammate Lando Norris a close second, McLaren have raced to 617 points and opened a 337-point lead over second-placed Ferrari.
The only driver who has challenged the McLaren dominance this term, is reigning champion Max Verstappen. The Dutch driver roared back to form in Monza, claiming victory at the Italian GP earlier this month.
The 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix race is finally here and for all your time, TV and streaming details, look no further than The Sporting News for a full guide.
Where to watch Azerbaijan Grand Prix for free
| TV channel | Streaming |
| ESPN |
In the United States, ESPN will provide live television coverage of the race. Streaming options are available on Sling TV, Fubo, ESPN+, and F1 TV.
Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
Fans can also follow the race through the official F1 TV streaming service, which provides live timing insights and a vast library of on-demand content. Accessible via the web and app stores, F1 TV offers both Pro and Premium subscription plans, with new users eligible for a FREE seven-day trial.
Azerbaijan Grand Prix start time
The 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix will take place at the Baku City Circuit in Baku, Azerbaijan on Sunday, September 21, and will begin at 3:00 p.m. local time (AZT).
Here's how that start time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Start time | |
| Eastern Time | Sun, Sept. 21 | 7:00 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sun, Sept. 21 | 6:00 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sun, Sept. 21 | 5:00 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sun, Sept. 21 | 4:00 a.m. |
F1 race schedule 2025
| Date | Grand Prix | Track |
| Sep. 19-21 | Azerbaijan | Baku City Circuit |
| Oct. 3-5 | Singapore | Marina Bay Street Circuit |
| Oct. 17-19 | USA* | Circuit of the Americas |
| Oct. 24-26 | Mexico | Rodriguez Brothers Racetrack |
| Nov. 7-9 | Brazil* | Jose Carlos Pace Racetrack |
| Nov. 20-22 | Las Vegas | Las Vegas Strip Circuit |
| Nov. 28-30 | Qatar* | Lusail International Circuit |
| Dec. 5-7 | Abu Dhabi | Yas Marina Circuit |
*Sprint format